How much does a conservation scientist make in North Carolina?
$64,460a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in North Carolina. That is $30.99 an hour or $5,372 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.99
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 42 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,190Median: $64,460Highest 10%: $111,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,190 | $22.69 | |
| 25th | $50,300 | $24.18 | |
| Median | $64,460 | $30.99 | |
| 75th | $81,920 | $39.38 | |
| 90th | $111,700 | $53.72 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Durham, NC | $81,780 |
| Raleigh, NC | $79,230 |
| Asheville, NC | $65,170 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $63,790 |
| Charlotte, NC | $50,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 39. Arizona | $66,750 |
| 40. Hawaii | $65,740 |
| 41. Indiana | $64,570 |
| 42. North Carolina | $64,460 |
| 43. New Jersey | $64,020 |
| 44. Delaware | $63,850 |
| 45. Michigan | $63,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $30.99 ($64,460 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $64,460 against $73,010 nationally, 12% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for conservation scientist pay?
North Carolina ranks 42 of 51 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays conservation scientists the most?
Durham-Chapel Hill, NC, with a median of $81,780 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.